Using this Owner's Manual

The fastest way to find information on a particular topic is by using the index.

An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in the first chapter.

Updates made after the editorial deadline

Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the Owner's Manuals are located in the appendix of the printed quick reference for the vehicle.

Additional sources of information

Should you have any questions, your service center will be glad to advise you at any time.

Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is available on the Internet: bmwusa.com.

    See also:

    Cargo
    In wagon form, the 5 Series is quite utilitarian. There are a lot of convenient features I appreciated during my time with it. Chief among them was the cargo cover that raised and lowered when you ...

    System limits
    Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the vehicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident could result from road users or objects located outside the pictu ...

    Rear doors
    Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors down. The door can now be opened from the outside only. ...